Car Seat Safety Day - Indianapolis

The Franciscan Health Indianapolis Child Passenger Safety Clinic offers expecting parents, grandparents and caregivers or anyone who already has a child the opportunity to have their child's car seats inspected by trained child passenger safety technicians.

That's why we're offering free inspections with certified technicians on Sept. 27, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place in the parking lot of Franciscan Health Weight Loss Center parking lot. Event is open and free to anyone. No reservations needed.

Children’s car seats will be provided for families who can prove they are receiving public assistance like their WIC or Medicaid Card and the child must be present, unless the mom is pregnant and in her third trimester. Language interpreters also will be on hand to assist Hispanic and Burmese/Chin parents and adult caregivers.

If unable to attend this event, adults can arrange for free inspections any time of the year by calling the hospital at (317) 528-5774 or the Automotive Safety Program, (who will be present at this year's event) toll-free at (800) KID-N-CAR.

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